Course description
Human resources play a key role in developing, reinforcing and changing the culture of an organisation. Pay, performance management, training and development, recruitment and onboarding and reinforcing the values of the business are all essential elements of business culture covered by HR.
This Introduction to HR training course that aims to provide delegates with an overview of the fundamentals of Human Resources (HR) and the role that HR takes on within an organisation. This course focuses on the responsibilities within an HR position, Health and Safety in the Workplace regulations, and recruitment.
The course gives also a strong overview of appraisals from an HR and employee perspective. Managerial theories such as the motivation of employees, team working and the relationship of the staff to management are also addressed.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
The An Introduction to Human Resources Course ideal for
- Someone new to the HR industry
- People working in HR that are seeking formal training to consolidate their knowledge
- People with jobs (such as Projects, PAs, Office Manager or Admin Assistants) who encounter HR functions and would like to consolidate their knowledge
Outcome / Qualification etc.
By the end of An Introduction to Human Resources Course you will learn the following :
- Explain and Define What is Human Resource Management (HRM)
- Explain the Scope of Human Resource Management
- Describe the Processes in HRM
- Explain Role of HRM in Performance Management
- Explain the Hiring and Retention Strategies followed by Organizations
- Learn about the Skills required for HR Professionals
- Explain Strategic Human Resource Management
- List the Tips for Effective HRM
Training Course Content
Day 1
- Introduction to HR and its role within the organisation
- The Principles of Human Resource Management
- The Recruitment and Selection of Employees
- The principles of HR Planning
- General employment law considerations
- An update on recent Employment legislation
- Dealing with harassment and bullying
- Employment Tribunal considerations
Day 2
- Team working and relations within an organisation
- Discrimination in the workplace
- Ensuring standards of conduct are met
- Managing Performance
- Managing sick absence issues
- Holding disciplinary and grievance hearings
Day 3
- Recruitment and Selection
- References, induction and probationary issues
- Contracts of employment and written statement of terms
- Maternity and Family friendly policies
- Health Safety and the Environment
Day 4
- Appraisal
- Training and career development
- Succession planning
- Job analysis and evaluation
- Compensation and benefits
Day 5
- The role of the Trade Union
- Individual and collective bargaining
- Redundancy
- Pensions and retirement
- Data protection
- What is Strategic HR and how to work with the Business as an HR Partner
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